The travel industry is predominantly white – very white – in terms of the abundance of white representation in travel brands, destination marketing, and paid advertising and storytelling. The newly formed Black Travel Alliance (BTA) is determined to see that change. Read more
The run-down, paint-chipped Detroit house where U.S. civil rights icon Rosa Parks took refuge after her historic bus boycott is going on display in Italy in a setting that couldn’t be more incongruous: the imposing central courtyard of the Royal Palace in Naples. Read more
Florida’s tourism-marketing agency wants Floridians to become in-state travelers, as the crucial hospitality industry tries to rebound amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more
WASHINGTON, DC – The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) today released the “Safe Stay Guest Checklist” for guests on how to travel safely while also creating a standardized safety experience nationwide. This checklist is part of AHLA’s Safe Stay guidelines, an industry-wide, enh… Read more
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — From French soccer jerseys to slick online campaigns, Dubai is trumpeting the fact that it reopened for tourism on Tuesday — but what that means for this sheikhdom that relies on the dollars, pounds, rupees and yuan spent by travelers remains in question. Read more
A viral video of Nannette Boakye traveling through Vietnam shows a glimpse of what it’s like traveling in a country as a person of color. In the video, you see people crowding around her with their cameras in hands and phones on selfie sticks to take her picture. Read more
Swimsuit? check. Sunglasses? Gucci transitional frames on deck. Camera? Inside cross-body case. Passport? Pack it inside a clear, sanitized pouch, and oh yeah — don’t forget your CDC protocol mask. It’s time to travel! Read more
Walt Disney World Resort and SeaWorld on Friday received approval to reopen from Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation Secretary Halsey Beshears. Both theme parks have been shut down since mid-March because of the coronavirus pandemic. Read more
In 2018, I traveled to India alone as a member of Florida State University’s (FSU) Global Scholars cohort. The FSU program helps students secure summer internships at nonprofit organizations in the global South including Asia, Africa, and Latin America. It is managed by the staff of the Cent… Read more
Brothers and sisters, if you don’t have one already, you need to get yourself a passport. If you do have one, it’s time to use it. As a 35-year-old black man living in Florida, I can honestly say that now, more than ever in my lifetime, I am mortally afraid of inadvertently pissing off some … Read more
Lord knows I can’t wait to get on a plane and seek somebody’s Caribbean island-refuge when this pandemic ends and the world reopens. Being sheltered-in on lockdown has been a residential hassle, but as an essential worker, the advancing of news relevant to all sectors of the Black community … Read more
From walking the historic and heritage tours in Boston to gazing snake charmers in Morocco, Tracey Douglas-White and daughter Kennedy White are a mother and daughter duo who fly high and bond close in an era where teens too often think, parents just aren’t cool. Read more
The last Hippo Creek Safari was cut short — in mid-March, the veteran tour operator's guest flew out of Botswana several days early once news of impending lockdowns hit. She never made it to Rwanda. Read more
Virtual is the new normal for everything from the NFL draft to town hall meetings and now Carnival in one of the world’s most desired vacation islands of paradise – the U.S. Virgin Islands. Just in case you’re a novice to the to the tropical celebration of island food, fun, and flair, here’s… Read more
Ally and Riley Kittle had carefully planned out the attractions they wanted to see on a visit to Los Angeles. Then came the coronavirus crisis. Read more
As the weather heats up, staying home gets harder — most of us would give anything for a beach vacation right about now. Unfortunately, many of Florida’s beaches are temporarily closed in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Read more
Spring has arrived in Florida, and the entire nation is on a mandated, 15-day shut-in. The prospect of basking in the sun again is tantalizing. Seeing the tips of trees, florals in bloom or just breathing fresh air will be welcomed by uncharacteristically confined residents who practice soci… Read more
Americans spend an enormous amount of time going, going, going. The next destination consumes busy minds and is often on the tip of one’s tongue. Moreover, the location runs the gamut of exhaustive errands to audacious weekend plans or simply looking forward to an upcoming summer vacation. Read more
Going into a self-quarantine can have many complex issues and complications beyond having enough food and supplies for two weeks. In terms of entertainment, it also probably means you’re in for a lot of boredom, a lot of Netflix, and a lot of browsing the internet. Read more
St. Croix is one of the three islands that make up the United States Virgin Islands. It's about 1,129 miles from Miami, which equates to a two-and-a-half-hour flight. The Virgin Islands have beautiful landscapes and people who inhabit them. Another factor that makes up the identity of the Vi… Read more
The White family in-flight includes Tracey Douglas-White, Capt. Kelwyn White and Kennedy White in cockpit. Read more
If you think the Caribbean is your only option when it comes to all-inclusive resorts, think again. Bungalows Key Largo is a sexy, luxurious, adults-only all-inclusive resort in South Florida. Yes, you read that right, Florida. Read more
The expression “Go back to Africa” is a racial slur often used against the Black community. Read more
When I told friends and family my boyfriend and I would be visiting Curaçao during the Memorial Day holiday, the first question I got was "where is that?" Read more
Hundreds of hospitality professionals will convene at the Signature Grand in Davie for the Synergy Summit for Cultural & Heritage Tourism, starting May 9-11. Read more
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(BPT) - The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted people in countless ways. From quarantine and social distancing to remote working, furlough and job loss, many people are reassessing how they spend their time and make money. Turning proverbial lemons into lemonade, people of all ages and backgroun…
(BPT) - Unfortunately, 2020 has seen more than the usual number of natural disasters. With unprecedented floods, hurricanes and wildfires, nature has unleashed destruction from coast to coast. That means homeowners nationwide have been facing necessary cleanup, often requiring heavy-duty pow…
(BPT) - Every year, you count down the days until Halloween. You love selecting costumes for your whole family, indulging in all your favorite treats and celebrating with friends. But this year is different — while you long to celebrate the holiday to the fullest, you also want to make choic…
(NAPSI)—Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a fatal neurological disease that attacks the nerve cells. It first gained national attention as Lou Gehrig’s disease, named after the famous baseball player who was diagnosed with ALS in 1939. To date, the cause of ALS is unknown, and there is …
